What can we say about this maitake mushroom recipe except that it is over the top, completely fabulous, and will blow you away? Imagine this: pan seared maitake mushrooms (in butter, obvi), with a spicy ‘nduja sauce that gets completely absorbed into the mushrooms. If that weren’t enough, finish the dish by stirring in an egg yolk just before serving. It creates a silky smooth sauce that is on another level. It’s quick, smoky, meaty (thanks to the ‘nduja), and totally restaurant-worthy! For those familiar with The Whelk in Westport,…
Continue ReadingClassic Veal Saltimbocca with Marsala Pan Sauce
What a ridiculously impressive meal! If you’ve never tried veal saltimbocca, prepare yourself. Saltimbocca means “jump in the mouth.” It’s a way of saying that the dish is flavor packed. And trust us, this saltimbocca recipe will leave heads turning. What is saltimbocca? Thinly cut or pounded veal cutlets are lovingly wrapped with a slice of prosciutto and fresh sage, then pan seared until just cooked through. Using cutlets means a quick cook time (which we always like; leaves more time for drinking wine!). And then there’s the saltimbocca sauce….
Continue Reading30-Minute Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread (Spicy & Cheesy)
Okay first, crispy edges. Is that not the best part about cornbread anyway?! By heating up the cast iron or other skillet before adding the cornbread batter, you are pretty much guaranteed to get crispy edges and that makes us so happy! This skillet cornbread recipe has been kicked up a notch with diced jalapeños and white cheddar cheese. It’s a little spicy, a little cheesy, and has that great crumbly texture that great cornbread absolutely must have! Ingredients for Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread For serving: chives and flaky sea…
Continue ReadingGruyere Cheese Crackers with Cracked Black Pepper
When we think about holiday entertaining, our mind immediately goes to cheese, wine, and charcuterie boards. They’re great for hungry guests to graze on while waiting for the main meal, but they won’t fill you up too much. Homemade cheese crackers require very little prep (the dough comes together in a food processor, though you will need to roll it out), and can be made ahead! A dream when menu planning for the busy holiday season, right? Not only are these versatile (add any hard, grated cheese you like!), but…
Continue ReadingCreamy Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream & Chives
We get it — mashed potatoes with sour cream are indulgent and not for every day! But around the holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter!), we want creamy, silky smooth, luxurious mashed potatoes, and these fit the bill. Why do we love them so much? Butter and heavy cream certainly don’t hurt the cause! But it’s the fact that they’re made with a ricer (smoothest, creamiest texture for mashed potatoes ever!), and finished with sour cream and lots of fresh chives (or green onions!) that takes them over the top. You absolutely…
Continue ReadingWarm French Lentil Salad with Crispy Bacon
You’ve seen lentil salad on the menu at French restaurants, but couldn’t wrap your head around why it was so popular. One bite of this warm lentil salad, and we promise you’ll get it. A little salty, a little briny. Creamy, yet with a bite. Herbaceous and light, yet totally filling. The kind of cozy French bistro fare you can enjoy from home. What Are Lentils? Lentils are a legume that are as humble as it gets. Inexpensive, yet nutrient-dense, these little super foods are often overlooked. Green lentils, in…
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